brake FIAT 500L 2016 2.G User Guide

The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi-
tion.NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
Red Warning Light What It Means
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and
the gauge approaches
H,this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after
reaching a set threshold. Further overheating will cause the temperature gauge to pass H,a
continuous chime will occur until the engine is allowed to cool or the 4 minutes duration is
expired, whichever come first.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system
is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the tem-
perature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for ser-
vice. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further infor-
mation.
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Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Indicator Light
After the ignition is turned on, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) light illuminates to indi-
cate function check at vehicle startup. If the light remains on after startup or comes on and
stays on at road speeds, it may indicate that the ABS has detected a malfunction or has be-
come inoperative. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes.
If both the Brake Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light are on, see an authorized dealer
immediately. Refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Starting And Operating” for further in-
formation.
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•Tire Reset
• City Brake Control
• Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without
Submenu
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to select the
main menu option to set.
Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton (by
single pushes) to select the new setting.
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to store the
new setting and go back to the main menu option
previously selected.
• Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Sub-
menu
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to display the
first submenu option. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton (by
single pushes) to scroll through all the submenu
options.
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to select the
displayed submenu option and to open the relevant
setup menu.
Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton (by
single pushes) to select the new setting for this sub-
menu option.
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to store the
new setting and go back to the previously selected
submenu option.
Push and release and hold the MENUbutton to return to
the main menu (short hold) or the main screen (longer
hold).
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•Push the MENUbutton briefly; a message confirming
the selection is displayed and you return to the menu
screen; Hold down the button to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
This function may be used to activate / deactivate the
Daytime Running Lamps.
Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton. Push and
release the Up
or DOWNbutton to highlight
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Push and release
the MENU button to enter the DRL MENU.
2. Briefly push and release theMENUbutton. “On” or
“Off” will flash on the display (according to previous
setting). 3. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton for
setting.
4. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to go back
to the menu screen, or push and hold the button
(approximately one second) to go back to the main
screen without storing the settings.
Hill Start Assist
This function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop
on a hill. Hill Start Assist maintains the same level of
brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of
time after the foot has been removed from the brake
pedal.
Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton. “On” or
“Off” will flash on the display (according to previous
setting).
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2. Push and release the UPor DOWNbutton for
setting.
3. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to go back
to the menu screen, or push and hold the button
(approximately one second) to go back to the main
screen without storing the settings.
City Brake Control (Collision Mitigation)
This function allows to activate (On) or deactivate
(Off) the City Brake Control - Collision Mitigation
system.
To adjust proceed as follows:
• Push MENU button briefly. OnorOff will flash on
the display, according to what has been previously set;
• A confirmation request message will appear on the
display; •
By pushing the UPorDOWN buttons, select Ye s(to
confirm activation/deactivation) or No(to cancel);
• Push the MENUbutton briefly; a message confirming
the selection is displayed and you return to the menu
screen; Hold down the button to return to the standard
screen without storing.
When the system is deactivated, the dedicated warning
light in the instrument panel switches on.
Tire Reset
With this function, it is possible to reset the TPMS.
To reset, proceed as follows:
• Briefly push the MENUbutton. The display will show
Reset.
• Push the UPorDOWN buttons to select “Yes” or
“No.”
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STARTING AND OPERATING
CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ................265
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped .......265
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped .....265
▫ Normal Starting ...................... .265
▫ Cold Weather Operation ................266
▫ Extended Park Starting ..................266
▫ If Engine Fails To Start .................267
▫ After Starting ....................... .268
▫ Turbo Charger “Cool Down” .............268
 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .268 ▫
Downshifting ....................... .270
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .270
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ...............272
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . . .272
▫ Six-Speed Euro Twin Clutch Transmission — If
Equipped .......................... .272
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission (Aisin
AW6F25) — If Equipped ................283
 AUTOSTICK ......................... .289
▫ Operation .......................... .289
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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........291
▫ Acceleration ........................ .291
▫ Traction ........................... .291
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............292
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................292
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................292
 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING .............294
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .294
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .296
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .297
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .297
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............298
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............299▫
Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................299
▫ Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) ...........300
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........301
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light ................302
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........305
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............306
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .306
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........310
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........311
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........313
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........318
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .318
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU-
TRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the
vehicle. This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlock-
ing ignition system. It will not start unless the clutch
pedal is pressed to the floor.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
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After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
Turbo Charger “Cool Down”
This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool
the turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Depending
on the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump
will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been
shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger.
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera-
tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
WARNING!
You or others could be injured if you leave the
vehicle unattended without having the parking
brake fully applied. The parking brake should al-
ways be applied when the driver is not in the vehicle,
especially on an incline.
Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you
release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator
pedal.
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Downshifting
Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and
prolong engine life.
CAUTION!
If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift
at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may
cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is
selected and the clutch pedal is released. Damage to
the clutch and the transmission can result from
skipping a gear while downshifting or downshifting
at too high of a vehicle speed even if the clutch pedal
is held pressed (i.e., not released).
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift
down to second or first when descending a steep grade. When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade,
downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur-
dened.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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